This blog will discuss the impact of gender and classroom practices including recent information on gender differences, how teaching practices impact boys and girls, research the may provide insight into teaching practices and learning, gendered data on achievement and other areas, and the on-going debate about single-gender education in public schools.

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

They talk about getting people interested in STEM. Interests have a gendered layer to it and we can incorporate this without stereotyping. But there needs to be a starting point to get the conversation going. I'd recommend the overarching concept of "Connection" for girls. When planning lessons the teacher needs to think: How can I get my girls (and boys) to connect with the content? How does it matter to them?

If there isn't a clear and accessible format, develop connections within the class by building in opportunities to share opinion or comment on the ideas of each other in a Gallery Walk.